OMNI Helium Compressors are drop-in replacements for hard-to-source legacy OEM vacuum systems with fast, no-hassle installation. OMNI Helium Compressors are also excellent upgrade replacements for contemporary helium compressors.
When your trusted vacuum or cryogenic equipment reaches end-of-life, finding a replacement can be frustrating, especially for discontinued OEM systems like the Edwards CTI SC-Air, and 1020 compressors, or expensive long lead time units like the 9600, 8200 and others. At SynSysCo, we specialize in engineered alternatives for legacy and contemporary systems, so you can replace outdated units without costly redesigns, extended downtime, or mismatched performance and upgrade performance of aging contemporary systems.
Why Choose a SynSysCo OMNI Helium Compressor Replacement or Alternative?
Footprints
Our drop-in replacements fit the same physical area as your existing equipment. That means no re-piping, no re-wiring, and no structural modifications.
Superior
OMNIs typically improve your original system’s performance, from pumping speed to power draw, so you get a seamless swap without operational compromises.
Fast Installation
Minimize downtime with solutions that integrate directly into your existing setup.
Serviceability Built In
SynSysCo designs emphasize readily available components and ease of maintenance.
OMNI® Helium Compressors: Filling the Edwards CTI Gap
With popular Edwards CTI-Cryogenics compressors like the SC-Air, SC-Water, and others being phased out, or having extended lead times, many labs, fabs, and OEMs are left wondering: What’s a cryopump to do without its matching compressor?
Our OMNI® Helium Compressors are drop-in replacements that can power multiple cryogenic pumps from different manufacturers on the same tool, at the same time.
Advantages of OMNI® Helium Compressors:
- Drive pumps from multiple OEMs simultaneously
- Updated technology for better efficiency and reliability
- Proven ruggedness for industrial, R&D, and high-vacuum environments
Compatibility Chart
Below is a quick reference for our most common drop-in replacements. If you don’t see your model listed, contact us! Our engineering team may already have a solution in place.
| MODEL | COOLING TYPE | REPLACES |
|---|---|---|
| OMNI® 100WL | Water Cooled | 8200, SCW, M250 |
| OMNI® 100AL | Air Cooled | 8200, SCA, M125 |
| OMNI® 800WL | Water Cooled | 8200, M350 |
| OMNI® 800AL | Air Cooled | 8200 |
| OMNI® 900WL | Water Cooled | 9600, 8600, 8500, 8510, 1020, M600 |
| OMNI® 900AL | Air Cooled | 1020R, M600 |
| OMNI® 1000WL | Water Cooled | 9700, M700 |
Related Products & System Upgrades
Because SynSysCo manufactures and distributes a complete range of vacuum and cryogenic components, you can source your entire replacement package from one partner:
- OMNI Helium Compressors
- OMNI Compatible Cryogenic pumps from CRYO H&I and Sumitomo
- Support and integration of your existing CTI / Edwards CryoTorr and On-Board pumps
- Cryogenic accessories (communication cables, helium lines, inline inert gas heaters)
- Kashiyama Dry Pumps
- Shimadzu Turbo Pumps
Ready to Replace Your Legacy System?
Don’t wait until an end-of-life unit fails and brings your operation to a halt. We can help you identify a drop-in, plug-and-play replacement that will keep your system running at peak performance.
OMNI Plug-and-Play Replacement FAQs
Answers to the questions engineers, technicians, and buyers ask most when replacing or upgrading a helium compressor.
The OMNI® 100AL is the air-cooled replacement for the SC-Air (SCA), and the OMNI® 100WL replaces the water-cooled SC-Water (SCW). Both are single-phase units designed to run cryopumps up to 8 inches. The same two models also replace single-phase 8200 compressors.
The OMNI® 900WL is the water-cooled replacement for the 9600, 8600, 8500, 8510, 1020 and M600. For an air-cooled unit, the OMNI® 900AL replaces the 1020R and M600. For 9700 or M700 compressors, the OMNI® 1000WL is the water-cooled replacement.
It depends on the model and pump size. The OMNI-100 runs one 8-inch pump, and the OMNI-800 runs up to two 8-inch pumps or one 10-inch pump. The OMNI-900 runs up to three 8-inch, two 10-inch, or one 16-inch or 20-inch pump, and the OMNI-1000 runs up to four 8-inch, three 10-inch, two 16-inch, or one 20-inch or 22-inch pump. Counts by specific pump model are on our models and capacities chart.
Yes. OMNI Helium Compressors drive Cryo-Torr®, On-Board®, Cryo-Plex®, Marathon® and GENCRYO® pumps on the same tool at the same time. They also run standard and auto-regen pumps together, with 2-phase or 3-phase cryopump motors. That lets you upgrade one pump at a time instead of replacing a full multi-pump set at once.
OMNI drop-in replacements fit the same physical area as your existing equipment, with no re-piping, no re-wiring, and no structural modifications. Controls and utility hookup are simple. Confirm your electrical supply matches the model: the OMNI-100 is single-phase, while the OMNI-800, 900 and 1000 are 3-phase, nominal 208 VAC, with high voltage configurations available.
The OMNI-800, 900 and 1000 Series use an integrated frequency converter for consistent cryopump performance at both 50 Hz and 60 Hz. The OMNI-100 runs on single-phase 208-230 VAC at 60 Hz or 220-240 VAC at 50 Hz. This makes it practical to standardize on one compressor platform across sites with different power.
The OMNI-100AL, OMNI-800AL and OMNI-900AL are air-cooled. The OMNI-900AL uses a split system: the heat-generating compression unit can be located remotely, inside or outside, while the control unit stays indoors near your pumps. Its rated ambient range is -30 °C to 44 °C (-22 °F to 112 °F). The OMNI-1000 is available water-cooled only.
Yes. OMNI Cryogenic Systems interface with both networked and non-networked tools and cryopumps. The patented OMNI PTE module integrates any manufacturer’s semiconductor-class cryopump onto a tool using a CTI® Network Controller, managing the interface between the pump, the Network Controller and the tool’s host computer. Contact SynSysCo to define the PTE configuration for your tool.
No. OMNI compressors are designed to operate On-Board® cryopumps, On-Board® water pumps and Cryo-Torr® cryopumps, so the pumps you have can stay on the tool. SynSysCo also rebuilds CTI CryoTorr and On-Board pumps and CTI compressors, so existing equipment stays supported while you upgrade incrementally.
Each OMNI uses two oil separators plus an adsorber, with a scheduled adsorber change every 30,000 hours (about 42 months running 24/7). The compressor displays supply and return pressure for easy monitoring. OMNI Helium Compressors come with a standard 2-year warranty, and SynSysCo services and supports all OMNI system equipment.